Legal Question in Family Law in Arizona

Re: Divorce with a Snag

FIrst of all, domestic violence avoids the "covenant" issues. Also, if the 2 of you agree to a dissolution, that avoids the covenant issues.

Secondly, this is a community property state. Anything you acquire during the marriage belongs to both of you and anything each of you brought in, belongs to the one who brought it in.

This should not be a difficult and costly divorce.However, you should talk to a criminal defense attorney. I do this work as well but if you cannot afford an attorney, you should make sure you are represented by a public defender. Depending on the jurisdiction, you might be able to get a diversion(a program of some kind) to avoid a conviction.

Let me know if there is anything I can do to assist you.

Regards

Ronee

Re: Divorce with a Snag

The covenant marriage should not be a problem given the domestic violence. She is not entitled to any property you owned prior to Marriage. It seems you could easily get her out of the apartment. The money owed, if documented, could be pursued in civil Court. You are not responsible for her debts, but will not likely be reimbursed for money you have already spent.

We can absolutely help you get this process started and finished.

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Please call me directly to discuss the specifics of your case, or contact my assistant Alicia or my paralegal Jennifer to schedule a free 1/2 hour consultation.

/s/ Rich J. Peters, Attorney

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